Outdoor dining season is here, and we’ve gathered some of our top picks for enjoying food and drinks in the open air across Brooklyn. Whether you prefer a sidewalk patio, a cozy backyard garden, or a rooftop with a view, this guide has you covered. Discover great spots in neighborhoods like DUMBO & Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, BoCoCa, Fort Greene & Clinton Hill, Columbia Street Waterfront District & Red Hook, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Gowanus, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Sunset Park.
DUMBO & Vinegar Hill
bar56 | DUMBO | bar56 is a stylish wine bar and restaurant nestled on Water Street in DUMBO, with beautiful outdoor dining just steps from Brooklyn Bridge Park and with views of the waterfront and Jane’s Carousel. The menu features seasonal, Italian-inspired American cuisine, paired with a rotating selection of 56 wines. Standouts include a hiramasa crudo with pistachio, basil, and blood orange, grilled lettuce with artichoke and guanciale, lamb neck with baby carrot and anchovy, plus a selection of seasonal pastas and decadent desserts. Whether you’re looking for a casual al fresco drink outdoors or at the bar, a romantic dinner, or a tasting at their wine store and tasting room next door, Bar56 offers a refined dining experience Brooklyn waterfront.
Cafe Gitane | Vinegar Hill | Cafe Gitane in Vinegar Hill is a cozy French-Moroccan café known for its rustic charm and inviting outdoor seating. Located on Hudson Avenue, they serve favorites like avocado toast and couscous, with plant-based options available. The outdoor tables create are a relaxed spot for coffee or brunch in a quiet, scenic corner of Brooklyn.
Celestine | DUMBO | Celestine has spectacular views of the Brooklyn waterfront. Perched beneath the Manhattan Bridge, they serve wood-fired Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Try the homemade za’atar flatbread, mezze platter, and fish dishes including fourth and branzino. They also serve excellent wine and cocktails. The dining room is beautiful, and if you dine outdoors in the summer, you’re basically eating your meal in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Hildur | DUMBO | Hildur occupies the former space of Gran Eléctrica in DUMBO, and serves Scandinavian cuisine and French bistro fare. The menu features au poivre with Swedish meatballs, pommes puree, and shoestring fries, and the Swedish Princess cake. They also serve cocktails and natural wine. The wonderful backyard offers seating directly beneath the Brooklyn Bridge! You can reserve garden seating here.
Nobody Told Me | DUMBO | This bar and restaurant in DUMBO offers a roomy corner patio at Bridge and Front Streets, perfect for enjoying food and drinks in the open air. The menu features inventive brunch dishes, shareable snacks, and dinner options, all paired with a creative selection of house cocktails. Whether you’re stopping by for laid-back after-work drinks or a weekend brunch, it’s a vibrant spot to relax outdoors.
Randolph Rooftop | DUMBO | The rooftop at Randolph is one of Brooklyn’s best-kept secrets, with jaw-dropping 360-degree views of Brooklyn, the waterfront, and the Manhattan skyline. Open seasonally (mid-May through mid-September), you can order from Randolph’s menu of delicious gastropub fare, beers, and cocktails. Hours are Thursday 4pm-11pm, Friday 4pm-12pm, Saturdays 3pm-12pm, and Sundays 3pm-9pm. Note: While the downstairs brewpub has kid-friendly hours, the rooftop is 21+ at all times.
Time Out Market | DUMBO | Visit Water Street’s Time Out Market to have a little taste of everything, from pancakes to wood-fired pizza to Indian, Mexican, and more! The two-level food market consists of 21 food stalls and a rooftop bar. Schedule your visit around one of the Market’s live music shows, workshops, or kids & family events: click here for their full calendar.
Vinegar Hill House | Vinegar Hill | Vinegar Hill House is tucked away on a peaceful cobblestone street in Vinegar Hill, with a gorgeous backyard that can’t be beat during the summer months. The food, wine, and cocktails, are excellent, with standouts including the chicken liver mousse, seasonal pasta dishes, cast iron chicken, and pork chop. For dessert, don’t miss the famous Guinness chocolate cake!
Westville Dumbo | DUMBO | Fresh produce & locally sourced meats lead the list of ingredients at this popular spot on Washington Street. Customers can eat in their shaded outdoor courtyard in the summer.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Note: Pilot, the oyster bar and restaurant aboard a boat docked at Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park, will be closed for the 2025 season as the vessel undergoes restoration. Pilot will return in May 2026!
Fornino | Brooklyn Bridge Park | This pizzeria serves delicious wood-fired pizza, shareable snacks, and cocktails in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Go to the rooftop for a gorgeous view of the skyline, and enjoy watching the volleyball players in the park below!
Brooklyn Heights
Bevacco | Bevacco has outdoor seating on Henry Street and serves Italian cuisine, including pastas, fresh seafood, and Roman-style pizzas.
Brado | A relaxed, neighborhood restaurant with sidewalk seating on Atlantic Avenue, Brado serves ultra-thin crust pizza, along with pastas, specialty sandwiches, salads and desserts, plus a carefully curated beer and wine list.
Boutros | Boutros offers charming sidewalk seating perfect for people-watching on Atlantic Avenue, with a cozy, upscale vibe. The menu blends Middle Eastern flavors with modern American influences, featuring dishes like lamb ribs and house-made flatbreads.
Chama Mama | This Georgian restaurant on Montague Street is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Try the Georgian dumplings, called Khinkali, plus lots of shareable dishes for the whole family. They set up charming cafe seating on Montague Street in the warmer months!
Clark’s Diner | On Clark Street since 1986, Clark’s Diner serves Greek & American comfort food in a casual, neighborhood diner that buzzes at breakfast. It serves classic American diner food, from pancakes and omelets to burgers and comfort-food entrees. A great spot to sit outdoors and people-watch in summer months!
Colonie | Colonie is on a tree-lined block of Atlantic Avenue, two blocks from the East River. They serve seasonal American food sourced from local farms. High chairs are available, and children are welcome! Outdoor seating on Atlantic Avenue in the warmer months.
Custom House | This neighborhood pub has some outdoor seating on Montague Street, great for causal drinks or brunch, or even to catch a sports game. The Irish-American menu includes pub staples like fish and chips, burgers, and weekend brunch specials.
Dellarocco’s Brick Oven Pizza | Bring the family for wood fired pizza, cheese and charcuterie, and calzones. Located on Hicks Street, Dellarocco’s has plenty of seating on their outdoor patio.
Don Neo Fusion | The hidden backyard garden at Don Neo Fusion creates a peaceful, tucked-away setting for modern Asian fusion dining. You’ll find a mix of sushi rolls, Korean BBQ tacos, and inventive small plates.
Felice | Felice on Montague Street serves Tuscan food and has extensive, Italian-driven wine list. Enjoy outdoor sidewalk seating in the summer months!
Grand Canyon Restaurant | Grand Canyon Restaurant on Montague Street serves diner-style family-friendly menus, including Mexican breakfast, burgers and sandwiches, egg dishes, plus a kid’s menu. Seating outdoors in the summer!
Henry’s End | Henry’s End serves new American fare outdoors with sidewalk seating on Henry Street. Known for wild game and creative New American dishes, the menu changes seasonally.
Henry Street Ale House | A few cozy outdoor tables let you enjoy craft beer and pub fare in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. The menu includes hearty classics like shepherd’s pie, burgers, and wings, paired with an impressive beer list.
Lantern Thai Kitchen | Lantern’s serves Thai cuisine with outdoor seating on Montague Street. The menu features flavorful curries, noodle dishes, and wok-fried specialties.
Long Island Bar | For a burger, fried cheese curds, and some of Brooklyn’s best craft cocktails, Long Island Bar is your destination. They have limited but sought-after outdoor tables, ideal for cocktails on a warm evening. Pair your drink with deviled eggs or fried Brussels sprouts. High chairs available!
Montague Diner | A new neighborhood favorite, Montague Diner serves elevated takes on American diner staples. They have a seating area on Montague Street where you can enjoy some of their inventive pairings on warm nights—like The Giant Grilled Cheese with a bottle of chilled red, mozzarella sticks and a glass of orange wine, or a pile of fries with a bottle of champagne. Or, come for weekend brunch with the whole family!
Noodle Pudding | A neighborhood establishment, Noodle Pudding serves Italian comfort food. The menu is constantly changing, but there are some standout favorites: the burrata, fritto misto, and lasagne bolognese. Their glass of house red is just $5, and they will pour your martini tableside, then leave the shaker with you so you don’t miss a drop. Sidewalk seating on Henry Street is back this summer!
River Deli | River Deli serves Sardinian fare on a quiet corner of Joralemon Street. Their menu features a recipes passed down from the owners’ grandmothers, as well as a selection of classic cocktails. In the summertime, grab an outdoor table on cobblestoned Columbia Place and enjoy an Aperol spritz with your meal. Cash only!
Saketumi | Tucked behind the restaurant, Saketumi’s garden seating offers a quiet, leafy escape for sushi lovers. The menu highlights fresh sushi, sashimi, and pan-Asian fusion dishes with creative presentation.
Table 87 | Enjoy coal oven pizza at one of Table 87’s casual outdoor tables, great for a relaxed Brooklyn street-side meal. This local favorite is known for its coal-fired Margherita pies, crisp crusts, and simple, high-quality ingredients.
Boerum Hill & Downtown Brooklyn
Black Forest | Boerum Hill | This German restaurant & beer garden has a warm and casual vibe, serving regional specialties, a unique selection of German draft beer, with a large outdoor space. Black Forest a second location on Fulton Street in Fort Greene.
Empanada Loca Beer Garden | Downtown Brooklyn | Outdoor dining may be limited in Downtown Brooklyn, but this seasonal pop-up in Albee Square brings a lively option just steps from City Point. The Empanada Loca Beer Garden serves up Latin American street food favorites—think empanadas, tacos, arepas, and pabellón—alongside fresh fruit smoothies, lemonade, and cold beer, all in a laid-back, open-air setting.
French Louie | Boerum Hill | French Louie on Atlantic Avenue offers a charming backyard garden with string lights and greenery, creating a cozy atmosphere for dining al fresco. The garden is equipped with heat lamps and an awning, ensuring comfort during cooler evenings or light rain. It’s an ideal spot for enjoying French-American dishes like steak frites or duck confit.
Grand Army Bar | Boerum Hill | Situated at the corner of State and Hoyt Streets, Grand Army has al fresco dining where you can enjoy fresh oysters, seafood towers, and craft cocktails. It’s an especially fun spot after enjoying Hoyt Open Street events on weekends!
Levant on Smith | Boerum Hill | This cozy French bistros an outdoor terrace and serves classic dishes like escargots de Bourgogne and wagyu steak tartare. The menu blends classic French flavors with Mediterranean influences, complemented by a curated selection of wines and cocktails.
Piccola Cucina Casa | Boerum Hill | Piccola Cucina Casa offers charming outdoor seating perfect for enjoying rustic Italian dishes. With a seasonal menu and an extensive Sicilian wine list, it’s a cozy spot to dine al fresco in a relaxed, brownstone-lined setting.
Rucola | Boerum Hill | Located at 190 Dean Street, Rucola offers a small but charming sidewalk seating area for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Enjoy Northern Italian dishes like rigatoni alla Bolognese or roasted trout.
Ruta Oaxaca Mexican | Boerum Hill | Ruta Oaxaca Mexican is a colorful, festive restaurant on Smith Street serving Oaxacan cuisine and mole dishes, plus mezcals, tequila, and margaritas. Enjoy outdoor seating in their backyard garden!
Someday Bar | Boerum Hill | Someday Bar is a cozy, women-owned bar with great outdoor seating options on the sidewalk. Inside, the bar boasts over 100 beers in cans, bottles, and drafts, along with a rotating cocktail menu and creative bar food. It’s also known for its dog-friendly policy.
two8two Bar & Burger | Boerum Hill | Indulge in a burger from two8two, which sources their meat daily from local butcher Los Paisanos. two8two also serves hot dogs, crafts cocktails, and craft beer. The restaurant is kid-friendly with an outdoor patio in the back.
Vine | Downtown Brooklyn | This cocktail bar at 81 Fleet Place in Downtown Brooklyn is a favorite cocktail spot in Downtown Brooklyn, with seasonal seating outdoors.
Cobble Hill
Bar Tabac | This French bistro in Cobble Hill is known for its inviting outdoor seating, providing the perfect spot to enjoy French fare and soak up the neighborhood atmospheres. Whether you’re savoring a leisurely brunch, indulging in moules frites, or sipping a glass of wine, the al fresco experience at Bar Tabac is enhanced by the bustling energy of Smith Street.
Big Tiny | This charming French-inspired bistro serves thoughtfully prepared food and a curated wine list in an intimate, welcoming setting. Sidewalk seating in the summer months!
Café LULUc | Café LULUc is a charming French-American bistro that is a go-to for family brunch on the weekends. The menu features dishes like fluffy pancakes, an outstanding French toast, savory omelets, and a variety of sandwiches and pastas. Outdoor dining in their charming backyard in the summer!
Congress Bar | A relaxed neighborhood spot ideal with craft cocktails, wine, and small bites. The bar features both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great choice year-round.
Elsa | This beautifully designed bar is known for its creative cocktails served in a stylish, interior with a charming back garden. It’s a great place for a date night!
June | This cozy natural wine bar offers an impressive selection of wines in a stylish space. In the warmer months, guests can enjoy their charming backyard.
La Vara | La Vara is a modern Spanish restaurant serving tapas, stews, roasted meats, and seafood. They have a lengthy cocktail menu and Spanish and Portuguese wines. They have a charming garden patio in the back with hanging plants and string lights, plus a front patio. Their sister restaurant next door, Saint Julivert Fisherie, also has outdoor seating.
Lemongrass Grill | Located at 156 Court Street, Lemongrass Grill offers a vibrant Thai dining experience with a popular outdoor seating area. The exterior is adorned with lush greenery and vibrant flowers. Guests can enjoy dishes such as Pad See Ew and Mango Shrimp while dining al fresco.
Nabila’s | Nabila’s in Cobble Hill offers sidewalk seating on Court Street. This Lebanese restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere where guests can savor authentic dishes like muhammara, fattoush, and sfeeha while enjoying the neighborhood ambiance.
Saint Julivert Fisherie | Nestled right next to La Vara on Clinton Street and feet away from Cobble Hill Park, Saint Julivert offers a seafood-focused menu with a blend of Spanish and Japanese flavors. Menu highlights include whipped mackerel, fluke ceviche, raw scallops, octopus carpaccio, and a Portuguese steak sandwich. Dine on their outdoor patio in the summer!
Carroll Gardens
Abilene | Abilene offers a cozy, laid-back outdoor dining experience with sidewalk seating on Court Street. Known for its Southern-inspired comfort food like pulled pork nachos and fried chicken, it’s a neighborhood favorite for brunch, dinner, or casual drinks. The relaxed vibe and friendly service make it an ideal spot for al fresco.
Cafe Spaghetti | With a welcoming backyard garden adorned with colorful umbrellas and a decorative Vespa, Cafe Spaghetti is a favorite among kids and adults alike. The cozy Italian restaurant accepts both reservations and walk-in guests. Try the spaghetti pomodoro, eggplant parmigiana, cacio e pepe rice balls, and tiramisu.
Frankies Sputino | Frankies 457 Spuntino serves classic Italian-American food in their cozy dining room and beautiful garden. The menu includes house-made pastas, tasting plates, and their famous meatballs.
Kittery | Kittery is inspired by the coastal town in Maine, and serves fresh seafood sourced from the coast of Maine to the Gulf of Mexico. “Jr Meals” include fish & chips, penne pasta, a burger and more options for young customers. Come for dinner or weekend breakfast on their outdoor patio.
Luana’s Tavern | Luana’s Tavern is a local family-owned tavern founded by a husband & wife team who met at the tavern 14 years ago when it was a bar called PJ Hanleys. They decided to name their restaurant after their oldest daughter, Luana. Visit for a family-friendly brunch or dinner on their outdoor patio, with live music, sports watch parties, and more special events!
Sociale | This charming Italian restaurant serves modern takes on classics, from spaghetti carbonara and lasagne verde to organic roasted half chicken. They have great cocktails, Italian beer and wine, and tiramisu and affogato for dessert. Enjoy their outdoor seating in the summer!
Fort Greene & Clinton Hill
Aita | Clinton Hill | Aita offers an inviting outdoor dining experience, perfect for enjoying Italian cuisine al fresco. They even have a heated gazebo that is open year-round. Aita has an aperitivo hour daily until 7pm with drinks served with cichetti, and on the dinner menu you’ll find burrata, oxtail ravioli, grilled octopus, and lemon sole.
Black Forest | Fort Greene | Black Forest Brooklyn is a German restaurant & beer garden with a warm and casual vibe, serving regional specialties and a unique selection of German draft beer, and sidewalk seating out front.
Black Iris | Fort Greene | Black Iris is a Mediterranean restaurant on the border of Fort Greene & Clinton Hill that has been serving the neighborhood for over 30 years. The menu includes fresh pita, mezze, falafel, kebabs, slow-roasted lamb, plus wine and cocktails. You can dine indoors or on their sidewalk patio.
Café Paulette | Fort Greene | Steps away from Fort Greene Park, Café Paulette is a charming French-inspired bistro with a curated selection of natural wines. The dinner menu features classics like steak tartare, mussels, and steak frites. They have live jazz on Tuesday nights overlooking the park during the warmer months! Make a reservation for their outdoor cabana or patio seating on Resy.
Dino | Fort Greene | Dino is a cozy Northern Italian restaurant known for its seasonal dishes like lemon spaghetti and homemade pastas. It offers outdoor seating options on their front patio or in the spacious, picket-fenced back garden, making it a perfect spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant is also family-friendly, providing high chairs for little ones.
DSK Brooklyn | Fort Greene | DSK is a welcoming German beer garden with pretzels, sausages, and more pub fare. All are welcome, including children, and there is both indoor and outdoor seating and bar games.
Evelina | Fort Greene | Evelina has a vibrant outdoor seating area, perfect for enjoying Italian and Mediterranean fare with fresh, local ingredients. The outdoor space is cozy and inviting, providing a relaxed atmosphere for brunch, lunch, or dinner in the heart of Fort Greene.
Graziella’s | Fort Greene | This Italian restaurant with wood-fired pizza is as great option for families with strollers and larger parties. Open daily from 11am-11pm on Vanderbilt Avenue, they have both an outdoor patio and rooftop dining.
Habana Outpost | Fort Greene | This casual outdoor spot serves Mexican-Cuban fare. In the warmer months, they run an outdoor movie program every Sunday night!
LaRina Pastificio & Vino | Fort Greene | This modern Italian eatery and handmade pasta shop is led by Chef Silvia Barban, a former Top Chef contestant. The menu combines traditional Italian flavors with creative twists, featuring dishes like smoked spaghetti with Calabrian chiles, garlic, and hazelnuts, along with various stuffed pastas. They have an outdoor patio with live jazz in the warmer months.
Miss Ada | Fort Greene | Ms. Ada is a neighborhood gem, led by Israeli-born Chef/Owner Tomer Blechman. The restaurant showcases modern Mediterranean cuisine with a twist, using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The backyard garden is beautiful and even supplies fresh herbs for both the dishes and cocktails!
Olea | Fort Greene | Olea in Fort Greene showcases vibrant Mediterranean cuisine, featuring dips, soups, salads, grilled meats, and paella. Plus, they have lots of vegan-friendly options. Come enjoy their covered outdoor seating.
Putnam’s Pub | Clinton Hill | Putnam’s Pub & Cooker is a gastropub in Clinton Hill offering American comfort food and an extensive beverage program, including a 24 craft beers on tap. Their spacious sidewalk café has 70 seats, serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. It’s also a family-friendly spot, with plenty of parking for strollers!
Sailor | Fort Greene | This intimate neighborhood bistro on a charming Fort Greene corner is led by Chef April Bloomfield, and the menu is centered mostly around seafood. When the weather is nice, they will set up some of their tables outside. Highlights include the smoked arctic char pâté, mussel toast, smoked pork shoulder, roasted chicken, and profiteroles for dessert.
Saraghina Caffè | Fort Greene | Saraghina Caffe boasts a welcoming outdoor patio, ideal for savoring wood-fired pizzas and pappardelle. The sidewalk seating is perfect for enjoying a negroni or a spritz in the summer.
Tacombi | Fort Greene | Tacombi offers a bright, lively outdoor seating area where you can enjoy tacos and Mexican street food. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick lunch or a casual dinner, the outdoor space is vibrant and fun.
Third Falcon | Fort Greene | This fine dining restaurant serves French food inspired by the cuisine of Brittany and Normandy with ingredients coming from local NY farms. The chef Cali Faulkner previously cooked at Crown Shy, Oxalis, and Eleven Madison Park in NYC, and Verjus in Paris. Patio seating available in the summer!
Walters | Fort Greene | Walters features a charming outdoor sidewalk patio, perfect for enjoying craft cocktails and elevated pub fare. Just across the street from Fort Greene park, it’s a picturesque spot to enjoy and outdoor meal.
Prospect Heights
Alta Calidad | This restaurant on Vanderbilt Avenue serves Mexican cuisine welcomes kids and offers high chairs. There is outdoor seating, and they serve weekend brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Cent’anni | This Italian spot has a kid’s menu in addition to delicious entrees and pastas for adults. Their backyard garden patio has a retractable roof so diners can eat outside rain or shine.
Olmsted | Olmsted is a neighborhood restaurant by Chef Greg Baxtrom, an alum of Alinea and Per Se. The restaurant has a magical backyard where many of the kitchen’s ingredients are grown in a true vegetable garden!
Underhill Cafe | This welcoming Greek bistro has outdoor seating seasonally, and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Zaytoons | This family-owned Middle Eastern restaurant is celebrating their 25th anniversary. They have a lovely back garden in the warmer months. They also have special menu items for kids, such as Pitza Lal Atfal, with mozzarella & tomato sauce with a happy face of veggies.
Park Slope
Bogota Latin Bistro | This Park Slope restaurant serving Latin and Columbian cuisine offers an extensive kids menu from 11am-4pm daily including kids appetizer, entrees and side dishes. Kids also eat free Monday through Thursday 4pm-7pm with a purchase of an entree or house specialty! There is both indoor dining and an outdoor patio.
Bricolage | Bricolage serves Vietnamese family and street food in a space that is hand-built with recycled vintage materials. The restaurant has a beautiful and uniquely decorated back patio.
Convivium Osteria | This Park Slope taverna feels and looks like an Italian farmhouse. The menu includes burrata, cheese and salumi, tagliatelle with beef-and-veal ragù, and braised rabbit with olives, capers, prosciutto, and rosemary. Find a seat on the outdoor patio in the summer!
Masalawala & Sons | Masalawala & Sons is a casual Indian restaurant in Brooklyn with cuisine inspired by street food and home cooking from Bengal and other parts of India. Enjoy spicy chaats, curries, and fresh naan in the open air on their back yard patio.
Miti Miti | Serving Mexican and Latin American fare, Miti Miti’s signature dishes include their tacos, BBQ chicken nachos, and chicken mole enchiladas. The restaurant is colorful and has outdoor seating on 5th Avenue. Good for large groups!
Palo Santo | Nestled in a charming Park Slope brownstone on Union Street, Palo Santo serves pan-Latin cuisine. The menu changes frequently and blends Latin American and Caribbean influences, with seasonal ingredients. The cozy, intimate setting is great for a date night. In the warmer months, enjoy the leafy backyard.
Pasta Louise | Pasta Louise was founded by Allison Arevalo, who sold fresh pasta from her stoop during the pandemic before her restaurant was finally able to open its doors in July 2020. The restaurant on 12th Street serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner outdoors. They also have a nearby the café on 8th Street, where you can pick up pasta, sauce, coffee, and soft serve ice cream to go.
Sawa | This Lebanese restaurant in Park Slope features baked-to-order pita, dips, mezze, and main dishes such as whole fish, lamb shanks, and lamb chops, plus cocktails with Lebanese flavors. In addition to their dining room, they have a beautiful backyard space that is open in the warmer months.
Gowanus
Claro BK | This Michelin-starred Oaxacan restaurant serves Mexican cuisine rooted in tradition, with homemade masa as the star of several dishes. The handmade tortillas, locally sourced produce, and mezcal-forward cocktail list make for an elevated dining experience in an intimate space. Enjoy their lush backyard in the warmer months.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que | Located in the heart of Gowanus, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que warmly welcomes everyone (including dogs!) and has outdoor seating areas. The restaurant serves Southern-style meat and draft beers.
Threes Brewing | Threes Brewing in Gowanus offers a vibrant outdoor dining experience in its spacious, year-round patio known as The Yard. This 3,000-square-foot area is adorned with greenery, string lights, and a cozy atmosphere, featuring its own bar serving Threes Brewing’s signature beers, wines, and cocktails. The food has changed at Threes over time. Currently, the Boerum Hill oyster bar Grand Army has set up shop. They serving beer-battered cod, burgers, loaded crab fries, and event a Happy Meals for kids!
Red Hook & Columbia St. Waterfront District
Bar Mario | Red Hook | This cozy little nook serves Northern Italian and Tuscan fare, menu highlights include Mario’s Caesar, the “Spaghetti Hangover,” agnolotti, and more perfectly made pastas. Don’t miss the cheesecake for dessert! Come for outdoor seating in the summer.
Brooklyn Crab | Red Hook | Brooklyn Crab offers great seafood, drinks, & games. It’s the perfect place to bring the family, especially on a warm day when you can enjoy the roof deck, spacious patio with mini golf and games, and views New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty.
The Good Fork Pub | Red Hook | The Good Fork is a neighborhood restaurant that feels like home. The husband-and-wife owners live just down the block. Chef and co-owner Sohui Kim cooks new American cuisine with an Asian flair, and her husband Benjamin Schneider designed and built the restaurant’s interior. Enjoy their innovative Korean-inspired pub menu and drinks in the dining room behind the main bar, or in the cozy back garden.
Popina | Columbia St. Waterfront District | This cozy spot serves Italian food in their cozy backyard: homemade pasta, delicious arancini, chicken Milanese, and more. They have an extensive wine list and even have a members-only wine club. Stop by during happy hour, with kid’s pasta for $10 and adult’s for $15 from 5-6pm on weekdays.
Red Hook Tavern | Red Hook | Red Hook Tavern serves perfectly made burgers, made with patties made by neighboring Hometown Bar-B-Que, with a pickle wedge and fries on the side. Try the shrimp cocktail as an appetizer, and for dessert, don’t miss out on their rainbow cookies. It’s a lively spot to enjoy outdoor dining in Red Hook!
Red Hook Lobster Pound | Red Hook | Red Hook Lobster Pound is best know for its lobster rolls—served Maine-style (cold with mayo) or Connecticut-style (hot with butter). The menu also features lobster mac and cheese, fried oysters, and more. They have outdoor seating in the summer!
Strong Rope Brewery | Red Hook | Strong Rope has one of New York’s best views of the Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. It’s family-friendly, with food trucks from local spots like Red Hook Lobster Pound, with live music some weekends!
Sunset Park
Industry City has so many global food and drink options, with more than 40+ vendors across their campus! We’ve listed just a few of our favorites below. Grab your food to go, and enjoy it in one of the outdoor courtyards, complete with fire pits, sandpits for the kids, public art, and live music. And check out our full roundup of a family day at Industry City here!
- Sahadi’s | Visit this Mediterranean grocery store and restaurant where you can do all your food shopping, then sit down for a freshly baked pita bread with grilled Halumi cheese and greens. Sahadi’s also hosts live music in their tented outdoor space, including salsa every Friday night!
- Japan Village | This vibrant marketplace has become a go-to destination for all things Japanese outside of Japan. It features a Japanese grocery store, a lively food hall with ramen, sushi, and bento, an izakaya bar, and a shop specializing in Japanese spirits.
- Burger Joint | Burger Joint is a no-frills burger spot with flame-broiled burgers (plus a Beyond burger), served with French fries, onion rings, and milkshakes.
- Kotti Berliner Döner Kebab | Kotti Berliner Döner Kebab brings an authentic taste of Germany to Industry City, serving the popular Berlin-style street food of thinly sliced meat served with garden toppings, crumbled feta, in a toasted Turkish pita.
- Frying Pan Brooklyn | Frying Pan serves excellent seafood like lobster rolls and fish tacos, alongside classic American favorites. It’s a family-friendly spot where both kids and adults will find something to enjoy—plus a great selection of drinks for the grown-ups.
- Pétanque at Carreau Club | At Carreau Club, you can spend the afternoon playing pétanque, a French form of “lawn bowling,” with courts both indoors and outdoors. Note: Carreau Club does not allow children under 10 years old on the courts. All kids 10+ must have 1:1 adult supervision, and Carreau Club is 21+ after 5pm.
- See Industry City’s full directory of restaurants, bars, breweries, and distilleries here!
Williamsburg
Bar Blondeau | Perched on the 6th floor of the Wythe Hotel, Bar Blondeau offers sweeping skyline views from its wraparound terrace. The seafood-forward menu by Chef Aidan O’Neal features seasonal French-inspired dishes, paired with natural wines and standout cocktails.
Laser Wolf | Located on the roof of The Hoxton Hotel, Williamsburg, Laser Wolf serves Israeli cuisine cooked over live coals, cocktails, and amazing views of the Manhattan skyline.
Little Fino | Little Fino offers a day-to-night menu in the William Vale hotel, and they have a beautiful courtyard space. For breakfast, they serve juices, and pastries, and sandwiches and burgers later in the day. They have inventive cocktails for grown-ups including a Root Beer Negroni and a Campari Creamsicle.
Maison Premiere | Maison Premiere is a renowned oyster bar and cocktail lounge inspired by New Orleans absinthe cafés. It has a horseshoe-shaped bar, window seating, and a beautiful garden. The oysters and cocktails have even earned it a James Beard Award. They also have seafood towers, caviar service, small plates, wine and beer.
Mother’s | This neighborhood restaurant is a family-friendly spot with burgers for kids, craft beers for grown-ups, and outdoor seating for everyone to enjoy!
Psaraki | Psaraki is a Greek seafood restaurant in Williamsburg near Domino Park, with beautiful views overlooking the East River and Manhattan. Their menu includes raw bar items, traditional Greek appetizers to share, whole fish, lobster pasta, and more.
Sage | This Thai restaurant on Graham Avenue has a kid’s menu, plus a spacious backyard and tuk tuks for kids to play on. On Fridays, they have a rotating specials menu, and they also serve weekend brunch.
St. Mazie | St. Mazie has a Roaring ’20s feel, with live jazz most nights! You can dine in at their “Supper Club,” located in their cellar, or enjoy drinks and bites at high tops or at the bar on the main floor. There is also a beautiful backyard garden open in the warmer months. They serve great cocktails, oysters, and a full dinner menu.
Sunday in Brooklyn | This neighborhood restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is a popular destination for weekend family brunch, serving standout dishes like malted pancakes and smoked salmon toast. With both indoor seating and a charming outdoor patio, it’s a great spot to enjoy a relaxed meal.
Tacocina | Located in Domino Park, this taqueria is a picturesque outdoor space overlooking the East River and adjacent to the Domino Park playground. Come for tacos, quesadillas, margaritas, and more. It’s great spot for kids to eat and play.
Greenpoint
Bernie’s | A nostalgic throwback to classic American diners, Bernie’s serves steaks, burgers, and wedge salads in a casual, retro setting. Its sidewalk seating is a hip place to eat outdoors in Greenpoint.
Cafe Alula | Located at 252 Franklin Street, Cafe Alula specializes in Lebanese cuisine, offering a variety of vegan and vegetarian options. Patrons can enjoy their meals in a cozy, plant-filled backyard patio.
Elder Greene | Elder Greene serves elevated American comfort food with Southern influences, including fried chicken and biscuits. The cozy sidewalk seating offers a relaxed spot for brunch or dinner in the heart of Greenpoint.
Glasserie | Housed in a former glass factory, Glasserie offers inventive Mediterranean-inspired dishes with a focus on shared plates. Its lush courtyard provides a beautiful, tucked-away outdoor dining experience.
Milk & Roses | This romantic Italian-American eatery features a garden-like back patio perfect for al fresco dining. Known for its pasta and wine list, it’s a charming spot for dinner or brunch.
Naked Dog | Located on the Greenpoint waterfront, Naked Dog offers authentic Italian cuisine inspired by the Puglia region. The menu features seasonal dishes and house-made pastas, with patio seating!
Oxomoco | This Michelin-starred Mexican restaurant on Greenpoint Avenue specializes in wood-fired cooking. Come in the summer for outdoor seating on their patio! Try the pollo a las brasas, a half-chicken that comes with housemade tortillas and crispy red rice. More highlights include the lamb barbacoa, the beet chorizo, and the masa tempura shrimp. Plus, don’t miss out on the margaritas, palomas, and more cocktails.
Radio Star | Radio Star is an all-day restaurant from the team behind nearby Glasserie. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner on their garden patio (dogs welcome!). Plus, cocktails and wine by the glass. Radio Star is a restaurant, bar and cafe inspired by the radio era of the 1940s. They are located on Transmitter Park, the home of WNYC from 1937 to 1990.
Sereneco | Sereneco offers New American cuisine with a healthy, seasonal focus, including grain bowls, fish dishes, and fresh vegetables. Its stylish outdoor terrace is great for brunch or dinner.
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Updated: June 2025. Main Photo: bar56 in DUMBO.
